This post is sponsored by Stella® but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.
Summer is definitely here and I am thrilled to see more and more local produce available. This is my favorite season for really fresh ingredients and fresh dishes like this Grilled Vegetable Caprese Salad! A fun twist on the classic, this layered dish of grilled red bell peppers, zucchini, fresh tomatoes and Stella® Fresh Mozzarella is what Summer cooking is all about!
This Italian girl absolutely loves fresh mozzarella! Whether on its own with a sprinkle of salt pepper and olive oil, tossed with pasta or in a salad like this Grilled Vegetable Caprese Salad- it is all about starting with fresh ingredients! With Stella® cheeses you can transform any traditional dish or cheese plate into a gourmet experience. Stella® cheeses are flavorful and combine old world craftsmanship with rich dairy heritage, dating back to 1923. I know this salad will quickly become a favorite in your home just as it has in mine!
We were invited to the families house for a BBQ and was assigned a side dish to bring. When it comes to summer get togethers I always love a grilled dish. I thought it would be really fantastic to throw some freshly grilled veggies into one of my favorites- a caprese salad. I grabbed a couple packages of Stella® Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, a couple zucchini, a couple red belle peppers and tomatoes.
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This is such an easy dish to throw together! I sliced the zucchini and peppers, seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Pop them on a hot grill for a few minutes per side and they are done. I allow the veggies to cool off before assembling. Its as a simple as layering pieces of the grilled veggies, the tomatoes and that perfectly creamy Stella® Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. I finished the Grilled Vegetable Caprese Salad with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and fresh basil. Isn’t it lovely?! Oh and that mozzarella- its subtle, milky flavors pairs well with crisp, acidic wines. So, cheers!
- 2 packages of Stella® Fresh Mozzarella, sliced
- 2 zucchini, sliced lengthwise
- 2 red bell pepper, sliced lenghtwise
- 3 tomatoes, sliced
- balsamic glaze
- fresh basil
- olive oil
- salt, pepper, garlic powder
- Get your grill nice and hot. Toss the zucchini & bell pepper slices with a little olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Grill for a few minutes per side. Set aside to cool.
- Once cooled I cut the zucchini and pepper slices in half for layering but they can be left as is. I also cut the tomatoes and mozzarella in half.
- Layer the grilled vegetables, tomatoes and Stella® Fresh Mozzarella. Finish the salad with a light sprinkle of salt if desired. Drizzle balsamic glaze over top and garnish with fresh basil.
Grace
I love the grilled vegetables that you used! So yummy!
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Angela LeMoine
Thank you so much! Fresh, quality ingredients really make a difference!
Whitney
This look delicious! It makes me miss Italy!
Angela LeMoine
Thank you so much!! Ahhh Italy…. good memories!
Beth
I adore grilling and fresh vege season! Grilling vege is such a great way to do them when it’s so hot out! I love the addition of the extra veges in this salad! Lovely!
Jenni LeBaron
I love a good caprese because it lets me take advantage of all of the gorgeous basil and tomatoes from my garden. Love that you’ve included zucchini in this as I am growing that as well this year1
Angela LeMoine
Oh yes! There is nothing like fresh from the garden! I think you’ll enjoy this one for sure!
Nathan wyper
This looks awesome, I love caprese salad great idea to add courgettes and peppers, yum!
Angela LeMoine
Thank you! I thought it would be a fun twist and boy was I right…. really great flavors
Cookilicious
Grilling is so much fun. We had been to a park last weekend and did some serious grilling there similar to this recipe..
Angela LeMoine
Grilling really is fantastic! Love summer time cooking!
Michaela Kenkel
Caprese ANYTHING has my heart. I love the addition of the grilled zucchini in your recipe. That fresh mozzarella is perfection!! I am off to see if they sell that brand here where I love . This is happening tomorrow!
Angela LeMoine
Thank you so much! I completely agree, the classic is incredible and this twist is equally fantastic! Enjoy!!
Sandra Shaffer
Such a great combination of flavors! I love the addition of zucchini that you added to this caprese salad. This is perfect for a cook out I’m hosting next week.
Angela LeMoine
Thank you! My family really enjoyed the grilled veggies added into an already beloved classic
Lori Vachon
This takes Caprese salad up to the next level! Roasted veggies are the perfect flavor addition to this classic dish!
Angela LeMoine
Thank you! I can’t get enough grilling this time of year!
Jennifer A Stewart
I love caprese salad but a grilled one is on another level!! That fresh cheese makes me drool!
Angela LeMoine
Thanks! Its a great variation on the classic. Love being able to use so many local veggies
Debra C.
Beautiful and delicious salad – this would be a great centerpiece for our next bbq! Love that little drizzle of olive oil!!
Angela LeMoine
Thank you so much!! Its a great dish for summer!
Madi
You had me at caprese! What an incredible summer dish!